Meet Ace-NOTE A/C is being installed in June!! Ace is simple. Ace is pure. Ace is pretty but we're sure she doesn't know it. This consistently refreshed aframe cabin in the heart of the Smoky Mountains is the perfect respite from crazy long work days and endless errands. You cannot help but to slow down here. Nestled within a rain forest in the Smoky Mountains, the weather is moody and Ace's comfort is specifically geared toward taking full advantage of all 4 seasons. We didn't intend for Ace to be a short term rental, but she has provided us with so much joy, we want to occasionally share her magic with others. The thought that she may sit empty for long periods of time makes us sad and the demand to allow guests to experience her quiet simplicity has become exciting. We will be booking only 2 reservations per month so we can visit ourselves between each, ensuring a perfectly staged and welcoming visit for each set of guests. Ace has an open living, dining and kitchen area that boast soaring ceilings and a wall of windows that blurs your understanding of inside/outside. You can sit on the new, comfy couches and you never have to choose between the fireplace or the view of the outdoors, because the furniture has been thoughtfully positioned to take full advantage of the space. The kitchen is small, but efficient, and fully equipped. There is a laundry room with new appliances and a large pantry area to keep whatever you don’t want to leave out on the counter. You see, minimalism thrives in this luxe, retro space, offering no distractions from your ambient setting. The view changes seasonally, with mountain views in the winter, lush forest views in the Spring and Summer, and knock your socks off fall color in Autumn. Ace is furnished with a combination of new items and a collection of MCM furniture that we've either hand plucked from our primary residence or have acquired from our favorite resale shops. Reducing, Reusing and Recycling is valued by our family and we hope you also enjoy the steps we've taken to minimize our footprint by way of selecting gentler, eco friendly home products and avoidance of single use disposables. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 bath on the main level, and a cozy lofted main bedroom and bathroom that bring all the cozy, treehouse vibes. We love to both begin and end the day with a dip in the hot tub, regardless of the season. Don’t forget to grab your pool towels and drink before you head out back. All of the beds are newer with a King in the main bedroom, a Queen in one guest room and 2 twins in the other. Soft and cozy linens are on all of the beds, with extra blankets strewn throughout the entire house. There is no central heat/AC, but minimal use of just a few of the baseboard heaters and/or the fireplace, will keep you as warm as you want to be. In the summer months, the temperature never climbs to an uncomfortable degree and you won't even miss the A/C when you open the house up to the crisp, fresh mountain air. We promise, this home lacks for nothing you need to achieve total comfort. Golden hour on the deck is not to be missed. It should always include great tunes (there's a bluetooth speaker on the bar), candles, and whatever relaxation tools you use to melt into your surroundings. The deck has a conversation area and a dining area that accommodates 8 and is the perfect place to enjoy the view. With the gate on the deck left open to the back yard, 4 legged family members can easily access the fenced in play space. The neighborhood is quiet and has a good mix of full time residents and second home havers such as ourselves. It is a lovely place for a strenuous and rewarding walk, and there are cascading waterfalls of various sizes and activity located throughout the neighborhood. The basement is currently unfinished and used primarily as storage, and that is closed off from access. Linens are stored on both the first and second level linen closets, and there are multiple smart televisions and reliable wi-fi throughout the space.